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Thursday, August 27, 2026
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Islandstats Searching for Additional co-hosts for Football Show
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Bermudian sports media outlet Islandstats.com has launched an open recruitment call for two presenters to join the desk of its weekly football show for the upcoming 2026-27 campaign.
The platform is seeking passionate football minds to front its dedicated weekly broadcast, which will air live every Sunday from 6:00 to 7:00 pm throughout the domestic season.
Weekly debate and match analysis
The one-hour Sunday evening slot will serve as a hub for local and international football coverage, featuring lively panel debates, tactical breakdowns of weekend domestic clashes, and in-depth previews of upcoming fixtures across the island's football calendar.
Prospective presenters are expected to bring sharp analysis, strong local football knowledge, and an engaging on-screen presence to drive conversations across the show’s digital and social media broadcasts.
Islandstats.com has invited interested candidates ready to step behind the microphone and discuss the beautiful game to reach out and register their interest ahead of the season opener.
email : info@islandstats.com
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Thursday, August 27, 2026
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DeSilva-Andrade makes winning start at World Championships
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Bermudian boccia star Yushae DeSilva-Andrade opened her campaign at the Seoul 2026 World Boccia Championships in commanding fashion, securing a 9-4 victory over the Czech Republic's Simona Blažková.
Competing in the BC1 women’s division at the Olympic Park Gymnastics Arena, the Paralympian produced a clinical display of precision to overcome a familiar international rival and take early control of her preliminary pool.
DeSilva-Andrade established an early advantage on the court, controlling the jack and executing accurate placement shots to keep Blažková under continuous pressure throughout the four-end contest.
The win provides valuable momentum for the Bermudian in a tournament featuring more than 400 athletes representing 45 nations.
Following her opening-day victory, DeSilva-Andrade will look to build on her strong start when she returns to the court for her second group match against China's Yuan Yichu as she targets a place in the knockout rounds.
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Wednesday, August 26, 2026
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Sport and Recreation Presents $23,500 in Athlete Incentives
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The Department of Sport and Recreation today presented a combined $23,500 in performance incentives to six Bermudian athletes who earned medals at the 2026 Central American and Caribbean (CAC) Games and Commonwealth Games.
Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport, Owen Darrell, stated, “Today we are recognising more than medals, we are recognising the years of training, sacrifice, discipline and commitment behind these achievements. Sport matters because it teaches our young people the value of perseverance, teamwork and setting goals, while showing them what is possible when they commit themselves to excellence.”
The recipients are Adriana Penruddocke, Jack Harvey, Sakari Famous, Sebastian Kempe, Tyler Smith and Jessica Lewis. Their medal-winning performances included gold, silver and bronze medals across sailing, swimming and athletics. The incentives are provided through the Government’s Outstanding Athletic Performance Incentive Programme, which recognises medal performances at major international sporting competitions. Family members accepted cheques on behalf of Adriana Penruddocke, Sakari Famous, Sebastian Kempe and Tyler Smith.
The Department congratulates the athletes on their achievements and recognises the coaches, families, sporting organisations and support teams who contributed to their success. Their accomplishments are a reminder of the important role sport plays in building confidence, discipline and opportunity for the next generation.
Department of Sport and Recreation Performance Incentives
Jack Harvey $6,500,00
Adriana Penruddocke $5,000.00
Jessica Lewis $4,500.00
Tyler Smith $2,500,00
Sebastian Kempe $2,500.00
Sakari Famous $2,500.00
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Tuesday, August 25, 2026
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BFA President Attends CFU Presidents Meeting
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Bermuda Football Association (BFA) President Mark Wade recently attended the Caribbean Football Union (CFU) Presidents’ Meeting in Cap Cana, Dominican Republic. The meeting coincided with the CFU Under-14 Challenge Series Finals. The Presidents’ meeting provided an opportunity for CFU member association presidents to discuss key regional football matters and the strategic direction of the Union. The agenda included:
• Strategic Plan video presentation
• Regional football analysis
• The Caribbean match officials’ landscape
• Discussion of recent developments within the region
The regional football analysis provided a candid assessment of the challenges facing Caribbean football, particularly the region’s limited hosting of important development tournaments when compared with other confederations. Travel logistics and funding were identified as significant contributing factors.
The meeting also highlighted concerns regarding the development and representation of Caribbean match officials at the highest levels of international football. The current landscape underscores the importance of continued investment in referee development, opportunities and pathways throughout the region.
A key highlight of the meeting was the presentation of the CFU’s Strategic Plan, which outlined the Union’s strategic direction and priorities through a video presentation.
The meeting was attended by Concacaf President Victor Montagliani and FIFA President Gianni Infantino. President Infantino’s attendance was unexpected and generated a range of reactions among the CFU Presidents present. His participation nevertheless provided an important opportunity for member association leaders to engage directly with both FIFA and Concacaf leadership on recent developments and matters of concern to the region.
The discussions were described as frank, candid and meaningful. A strong and consistent view expressed by the Presidents was that good governance, due process and transparency must remain fundamental pillars of football administration at every level of leadership within the football family.
President Wade also had the opportunity to engage briefly with members of the CFU Referees Committee, in his capacity as Chair, to discuss matters relating to the region’s match officials and referee development.
The final day of the visit saw President Wade attend the CFU Under-14 Challenge Series Tier 1 and Tier 2 Finals, providing an opportunity to observe the next generation of Caribbean football talent and support the continued development of youth football across the region. The tournament serves as a development opportunity for players and match officials. BFA officials, namely Referee Sar Smith and Match Commissioner Jibri Smith, also gained valuable experience
The BFA remains committed to engaging constructively with regional and international football bodies while advocating for strong governance, increased development opportunities and greater investment in the continued growth of football in Bermuda and throughout the Caribbean.
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Monday, August 24, 2026
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FIFA President Advised to Stay Away from U14 Tournament
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Fifa president Gianni Infantino was asked to stay away from a youth football tournament in the Dominican Republic involving Bermuda last weekend by Concacaf president Victor Montagliani.
In a letter seen by the BBC, Montagliani referred to the "governance crisis surrounding Fifa", before asking Infantino to reconsider attending the CFU Under-14 Series event.
The Canadian, who is also a Fifa vice-president, added his presence would "unfortunately undermine the technical nature" of the competition.
Infantino was invited as a guest of the Dominican Republic, although the invitation is believed to have been issued prior to his controversial Fifa Forward Enterprise (FFE) proposal, which has left his position under threat.
"The media will focus on this situation, which will unfortunately significantly take away from the technical nature of the CFU youth competition," wrote Montagliani.
"As such, I respectfully ask you in the name of football to reconsider your attendance as it will unfortunately undermine the technical nature of this important youth development activity."
Infantino was well received on his arrival to the Caribbean country, while a number of Concacaf nations have backed him to continue for a fourth term as Fifa president.
Bermuda Football Association President Mark Wade was seen in a video share a laugh with the FIFA President during his time in the Caribbean.
"We deeply appreciate your visit to the Dominican Republic, without doubt that your presence in our country puts us on the international football radar and opens us great prospects for growth and development of Dominican football," said Dominican Republic's minister of sports and recreation Kelvin Cruz in a statement.
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